Director - Government & Regulatory Affairs
Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across saudi with 2 recent postings.
A Director - Government & Regulatory Affairs in the GCC region requires communication, excel, leadership, presentation, erp. Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Salary across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 20,500 AED | 36,000 AED | 55,500 AED | 77,000 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 20,000 SAR | 34,000 SAR | 53,000 SAR | 73,500 SAR |
| Qatar | 21,500 QAR | 37,500 QAR | 58,000 QAR | 80,500 QAR |
| Kuwait | 1,700 KWD | 2,950 KWD | 4,550 KWD | 6,300 KWD |
| Oman | 1,900 OMR | 3,250 OMR | 5,050 OMR | 7,000 OMR |
| Bahrain | 1,800 BHD | 3,100 BHD | 4,800 BHD | 6,650 BHD |
How Director - Government & Regulatory Affairs pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Based on 500 data points · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
Top hiring companies
- Julphar
Active markets
- saudi
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: 1. Government Relations & Public Policy Establish and maintain high
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level counsel during public health emergencies, pricing crises, or product recalls. Lead the creation of strategic briefing materials for Board, C
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1. Government Relations & Public Policy
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Establish and maintain high
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based relationships with government institutions and regulatory bodies such as SFDA, MISA, NUPCO, Ministry of Health, and relevant parliamentary committees.
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Monitor, interpret, and influence health policy, pharmaceutical regulation, pricing mechanisms, and procurement strategies.
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Act as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on regulatory developments, national health priorities, and public policy shifts.
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